Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Fairfield, PA 17320
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 17320 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Fairfield, PA 17320. 25 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 17320
The 20 closest of 25 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Peach Tree Road
245B Peach Tree Rd, Orrtanna, PA 17353
7 mi away
2 units · 1 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Gettysburg Scat Sites
Gettysburg, PA 17325
8.9 mi away
16 units · 1–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Fahnestock House
47 Baltimore St, Gettysburg, PA 17325
9.3 mi away
26 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Harold Court Apts
142 N Stratton St, Gettysburg, PA 17325
9.4 mi away
36 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Misty Ridge Terrace
25 Bridge Valley Rd, Gettysburg, PA 17325
9.5 mi away
46 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
AMP4
202 Hawbaker Ave, Waynesboro, PA 17268
9.7 mi away
60 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Franklin
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Waynesboro Apts TM Associates
401 N Church St, Waynesboro, PA 17268
9.9 mi away
36 units · 1–2 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Wallace Courts
125 Brown St., Waynesboro, PA 17268
10 mi away
75 units · 1–2 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Waynesboro Apts
Waynesboro, PA 17268
10 mi away
36 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Mount Vernon Terrace
202 Elder Avenue, Waynesboro, PA 17268
10.1 mi away
58 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
AMP3
17A W North St, Waynesboro, PA 17268
10.1 mi away
59 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Franklin
- Residents waited about 2 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Waynesboro Trinity House
25 N Potamac St, Waynesboro, PA 17268
10.2 mi away
76 units · 75 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Gettysburg Place
500 Boyds School Rd, Gettysburg, PA 17325
10.2 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR
- 7 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Misty Ridge Terrace Twnhms
200 Misty Ridge Rd, Gettysburg, PA 17325
10.5 mi away
50 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Villas at Gettysburg
80 Robert Curtis Dr, Gettysburg, PA 17325
10.6 mi away
50 units · 49 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 17320
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,460/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $58,400/yr
- Renters in 17320 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 56%
Income limits (2026)
Gettysburg, PA area · median family income $106,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,450 | $37,400 | $59,850 |
| 2 | $25,650 | $42,750 | $68,400 |
| 3 | $28,850 | $48,100 | $76,950 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $53,400 | $85,450 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $57,700 | $92,300 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $61,950 | $99,150 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $66,250 | $106,000 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $70,500 | $112,800 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 17320 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,130 | $1,047 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,150 | $1,063 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,460 | $1,354 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,970 | $1,830 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,110 | $1,957 |
Wider area = Gettysburg, PA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 11 nearby ZIPs range from $1,240 (17343) to $1,570 (17353).
Census figures for 17320 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,200. Median household income $90,076. 12% of homes are rented. 56% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 32% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 17320's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 17320Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Fairfield, PA 17320?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Fairfield, PA 17320, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Fairfield, PA 17320 have openings?
These lists for Fairfield, PA 17320 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Fairfield, PA 17320?
Use the phone number on each building card in Fairfield, PA 17320. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Fairfield, PA 17320?
In Fairfield, PA 17320, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 17320?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 17320 right now. 25 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 17320?
Yes — this page also lists 25 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Fairfield, PA 17320 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Fairfield, PA 17320?
Most income-restricted buildings in Fairfield, PA 17320 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $37,400, and $53,400 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($59,850 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Fairfield, PA 17320?
For many programs in Fairfield, PA 17320, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $37,400 a year for 1 person and $53,400 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $59,850 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Fairfield, PA 17320?
There is no single waiting list for Fairfield, PA 17320. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Fairfield, PA 17320?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Fairfield, PA 17320?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Fairfield, PA 17320, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Fairfield, PA 17320 is $1,460 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Fairfield, PA 17320?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Fairfield, PA 17320. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Fairfield, PA 17320?
This page may still list buildings in Fairfield, PA 17320 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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